Today it seems like there’s an app for everything, from weather apps to music apps to fitness apps and more. And many are free. If you’re ready to tech up your fitness game with apps, you should take these tips into consideration.
Just getting back into fitness? Consider an app that nudges you with reminders to . . .
Emotional Eating: Take Notice of These Triggers and Symptoms
There’s eating, and then there’s emotional eating. Emotional eating means just what the name implies: someone eats when they’re emotional. And many of us have done just that at one time or another. I’ve cried into a big tub of chocolate ice cream while wallowing over the ending of a long-term romantic relationship. And I . . .
Reverse Psychology: From Yuck to Yum
For a lot of people, ‘good nutrition’ = bland food and miniscule bites. In their minds, good nutrition is taste bud torture. But they may not be aware of how much influence the mind has over their turned up noses to good nutrition. Using a little bit of reverse psychology will go a long way . . .
How to Choose a Diet That Works for You
Most people, at some point in their lives, want to go on a diet. Whether it’s the Freshman 15, having a baby, or weight gain from aging, when someone decides they want to lose weight, dieting is generally the first thing they consider? But what diet should one choose? There are so many out there.
Before . . .
Tea and Its Beauty Benefits
Don't you love it when a grocery store staple offers big benefits? Tea is one of them. Tea is high in anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties, and it's high in antioxidants. And in addition to offering great health benefits just by being consumed, tea can also be used for beauty treatments and skin conditions. Here are four . . .
Gum Disease and Its Prevention
Good oral hygiene is important for many reasons, including the prevention of gum disease. Gum disease is caused by plaque and has three stages. The first stage is known as gingivitis. If caught early, gingivitis may be reversed with regular and proper brushing and flossing. Symptoms of gingivitis include red and/or tender gums that easily bleed.
Heat Stroke
Do you know the symptoms of heat stroke? If your answer is no, you may want to take note of these symptoms:
A lack of sweating
Disorientation
Flushed skin
Headache
High body temperature (higher than 104 F)
Muscle cramps or weakness
Nausea and vomiting
Rapid breathing
Rapid heart beat
Unconsciousness
When someone is exposed to high temperatures or engages in physical activity in hot weather, they . . .
Healthier Hamburgers
We love the flavor of ground beef hamburgers as much as the next person, but sometimes--especially when one is watching their waistline--the extra calories that generally come with burgers make one, begrudgingly, pass on a hamburger and head straight to the salad. Good news! You can slim down your burgers in a variety of ways, . . .
Chicken Soup for the Soul, Literally
If you love to cook and you’re the person everyone comes to for cooking advice, you may want to host a cooking class in your home for your family, friends, or coworkers. While it’s true that “Come and get it!” meals bring people to the table and provide long-lasting memories, cooking together is another way . . .
In a Slump? Perk Up Your Posture with These Easy Tips
Have you ever caught yourself slouching at your work desk or while talking on the phone? Ugh. It happens to the best of us, and kudos to you if you catch yourself in the act. In addition to aching muscles and moving yourself closer to a rounded spine, poor posture makes you look like you . . .
As we step into October, we welcome the earthy flavors of fall. From crisp sweet apples, to rich winter squash, the foods of fall are here. To warm up on a cool fall evening, enjoy delicious pork tenderloin topped with baked apples, or a bowl of homemade butternut squash soup. Fall comfort foods like pot roast and baked chicken are also well matched with the season's fresh produce.
This is your place for the tastes of fall--hearty soups, fragrant baked goods, fresh from the harvest fruits and vegetables … all of your favorites. Back to school, carving pumpkins, or stuffing turkeys, we've got everything you need to make the fall right for your family.
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